Brand: Garmin
Category: Running Watches
Recommended by Blake Bender, Ultrarunner — Orange County, CA
Highlights: lightweight
The Enduro™ 3 is a premium multisport smartwatch designed for endurance athletes, combining advanced technology with a rugged design. Its lightweight Carbon Gray DLC titanium construction and durable Black Ultrafit nylon strap ensure comfort and resilience during the most demanding activities. 1. Constructed from Carbon Gray DLC titanium for exceptional strength and lightweight performance. 2. Features a Black Ultrafit nylon strap that provides a secure and comfortable fit for all-day wear. 3. Equipped with advanced GPS and navigation capabilities, perfect for tracking outdoor adventures. 4. Offers extensive battery life, lasting up to 80 hours in GPS mode, ideal for long-distance events. 5. Includes health monitoring features such as heart rate tracking and sleep analysis to optimize performance. 6. Water-resistant design, suitable for swimming and other water sports, ensuring durability in various conditions. 7. Compatible with multiple sports apps, allowing customization for different activities and training needs. The Enduro™ 3 is designed for serious athletes and outdoor enthusiasts who engage in activities such as trail running, cycling, and hiking. It excels in challenging environments, from rugged terrains to water sports, making it perfect for both training and competition. Ideal for users of all skill levels, this smartwatch is particularly beneficial for those participating in long-duration events or seeking to enhance their fitness journey year-round.
Price: $799.99
- Who it's for
- Ultrarunners and endurance athletes who need reliable GPS, navigation, and multi-week battery life for long races and heavy training loads. Also suits daily wear users who want continuous health tracking (sleep, HRV, steps, heart rate) without frequent charging.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently cite battery life as the standout feature, with multiple reports of 20–80% remaining after 18–24+ hour races and three weeks between charges in daily use. Navigation, screen readability, and the breadth of training and recovery metrics draw repeated praise; no notable criticism appears across the notes.
- Worth noting
- Hosts coming from the Fenix series flag it as meaningfully lighter while retaining the same feature set. At ~$900 retail, price is noted as a barrier by at least one host.
Blake Bender's review
I recommend this watch to everyone. I have never had an issue with it - feel very confident and safe out on course with it on my wrist. I also love the strap and wear it as a daily.
Recommended by Blake Bender, Ultrarunner
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Enduro™ 3 for?
Ultrarunners and endurance athletes who need reliable GPS, navigation, and multi-week battery life for long races and heavy training loads. Also suits daily wear users who want continuous health tracking (sleep, HRV, steps, heart rate) without frequent charging.
What do experts say about the Enduro™ 3?
Hosts consistently cite battery life as the standout feature, with multiple reports of 20–80% remaining after 18–24+ hour races and three weeks between charges in daily use. Navigation, screen readability, and the breadth of training and recovery metrics draw repeated praise; no notable criticism appears across the notes.
What should you know before buying the Enduro™ 3?
Hosts coming from the Fenix series flag it as meaningfully lighter while retaining the same feature set. At ~$900 retail, price is noted as a barrier by at least one host.
What does Blake Bender say about the Enduro™ 3?
I recommend this watch to everyone. I have never had an issue with it - feel very confident and safe out on course with it on my wrist. I also love the strap and wear it as a daily.
Why does Blake Bender recommend Garmin?
Blake Bender recommends the Garmin Enduro™ 3 for running watches. I recommend this watch to everyone. I have never had an issue with it - feel very confident and safe out on course with it on my wrist. I also love the strap and wear it as a daily.
Is the Enduro™ 3 a good running watche?
Yes — Blake Bender recommends the Enduro™ 3 by Garmin as their running watches pick. I recommend this watch to everyone. I have never had an issue with it - feel very confident and safe out on course with it on my wrist. I also love the strap and wear it as a daily.
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What other hosts are saying
13 experts recommend the Garmin Enduro™ 3.
I have been using the Enduro 3 for a few weeks and absolutely loving it! The battery is excellent, so it's perfect for a long race like Cocodona.
Recommended in Cocodona 250!
Josh Barry, ULTRA MARATHON RUNNER
I have recently just transitioned to the enduro 3 and will never go back to anything else, I’ve just won the Blue Lake 24hr backyard format event with this watch and it still has 21 days of charge left in it, absolute game changer having 1 less thing to not think about.
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Daily wear
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It may be a hand me down from Amanda Basham because I am too cheap to spend 900 bucks on a watch but I love it anyway.
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The Garmin Enduro 3 is my 'Ride or Die'. It has been with me for thousands if hours of training and countless Ultra and multi-day races. Wouldn't ever choose anything else.
Recommended in 24 Hour World Champs
Marisa Romeo, Mental Performance Consultant
I’ve used the Enduro for all of my long training runs and biggest races, including UTMB, and it has been incredibly reliable. The map feature is fantastic. The screen is easy to see, even when you’re moving, and it’s been a huge help with navigation and staying on course. The battery life is crazy. After using it for UTMB, I still had 80% battery left, which is pretty impressive considering how long I was out there. I also love how much data it tracks, from sleep and recovery to steps, heart rate, training metrics, and everything in between. For long-distance running and ultras, the combination of navigation, battery life, and all the training/recovery data makes this a watch I rely on for both training and racing.
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Aaron Baker, Entrepreneur | Creator | Ultra Runner
Love this watch. Battery life is insane.
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This is a must for long days out in the mountains.
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Kat Callaway, World's Okayest Athlete
I have been using Garmin watches for years. I started with the fenix series, but as much ax I loved them, they were very heavy. I chose the Enduro 3 as a replacement for my fenix 7 solar, and I have not regretted it one bit. It does everything I need it to do - and a lot of things I'll likely never use - and it's so much lighter and feels great on my wrist. The display is easy to read even in bright sunlight, the touchscreen is responsive, and battery life is fantastic.
Recommended in 10 Products I Actually Use
Best Running watch I've used yet. It's got all the stuff: tracking, nav, hr, sleep monitor, HRV, all the metrics you can imagine and the battery life is top shelf! I wear mine 24/7 run 6 days a week and the battery gives me 3 weeks between charges. It will last all your 100 mile races and most 200+ mile races.
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Kelly Mulvany, Endurance Sports Coach and Athlete!
Superior watch when it comes to battery life and functionality in sport. I plug mine in maybe once a month, and it lasted the entire duration of Black Canyon 100k (18 hours) with at least 20% battery life left! It's lightweight and the velcro strap is breathable and lasts a long time.
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Huge watch because the battery life is massive. The big screen is great because you can actually see the data when you're running fast. Bonus, it has a great light!
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